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All you need to know about this event
The 2025 Innovation & Policy Conference takes place September 17–18, 2025, at the Hilton University of Florida in Alachua County – Gainesville. This year’s conference spotlights cutting-edge county programs, provocative policy discussions, and leadership development through hands-on innovation. Expect a dynamic lineup featuring peer-led showcases, immersive field visits to local innovation hubs, and deep dives into emerging public policy challenges—all aimed at accelerating county-level innovation statewide.
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ATTENDEE REGISTRATION & INFORMATION DESK
Conference Registration
- Tuesday, September 16 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday, September 17
- Thursday, September 18
BADGES
All conference attendees must wear name badges for admission to all sessions, educational exhibits, meal events and social events.
ATTIRE
Business casual is appropriate for the entirety of the conference.
Resgistration Desk Opens 3:00 PM
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9:30 AM – 3:00 PM
It includes exact times, venue details, and what to expect from each session or tour. This interactive feature helps you easily explore the day’s schedule and dive deeper into the programming at each site.
10:10 AM - 10:30 AM
Speakers: Lee Pinkoson & Cindy Sanders
- Property aquisition and TDT investments. Capital improvements, marketing efforts, and facility versatility.
9:30 AM - 9:55 AM
Speaker: Ed Williams, ADAC, CPSI - Capital Projects Coordinator, Parks and Open Space
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Speakers: Michelle Lieberman, Svein Dyrkolbotn & Stephen Rodriguez.
- Tour: Public-private parternship, TDT investments, and WMA economic impacts.
12:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Speakers: TBD
- Lunch Presentation: Game Day Logistics Panel Discussion.
- Panel: UPD Chief, UF Athletics, UF Health, AC Fire Rescue.
1:30 PM
Stadium Tour: South Endzone *$5/person*
TBD
9:10 AM
Policy Meetings
*We’re finalizing all the details for the Policy meetings schedules. More details coming soon!*
Lunch Presentation
12:00 PM – 12:50 PM
– Mobile Stroke and Health Clinic Units.
Speaker: Chief Theus
